LIXEN 600 MG Tablet

Manufacturer/Marketer: Virbac Animal Health India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Type: Veterinary Oral Antibiotic Tablet
Therapeutic Category: First-Generation Cephalosporin Antibiotic
Target Species: Dogs & Cats
Pack Size: 600 MG Tablet; commonly supplied in blister packs of 7 tablets 

Composition

Each uncoated LIXEN 600 MG Tablet contains:

• Cephalexin IP equivalent to Anhydrous Cephalexin — 600 mg

Cephalexin is a first-generation cephalosporin (beta-lactam) antibiotic with bactericidal activity against susceptible bacterial organisms. 

Clinical Description

LIXEN 600 MG is a veterinary systemic antibacterial tablet containing Cephalexin. It works primarily by interfering with bacterial cell-wall synthesis, resulting in the death of susceptible bacteria.

It is particularly useful against susceptible organisms responsible for skin and soft-tissue infections and may also be prescribed for certain urinary and other bacterial infections in dogs and cats. 

Indications / Recommended Uses

LIXEN 600 MG may be prescribed for susceptible bacterial infections including:

• Bacterial skin infections
• Superficial and deep pyoderma in dogs
• Wounds and abscesses
• Cutaneous and subcutaneous infections
• Urinary tract infections, including cystitis and nephritis caused by susceptible organisms
• Other bacterial infections where Cephalexin is clinically appropriate 

Antibiotic selection should preferably be based on veterinary examination and, when clinically appropriate, culture and antimicrobial-susceptibility testing.

Usage Instructions

For oral veterinary use only.

Published product information lists Cephalexin dosing at 15 mg/kg body weight twice daily or 30 mg/kg once daily. However, the exact dose and treatment duration should be determined by the veterinarian according to the animal's body weight, infection type, severity and clinical response. 

Complete the full prescribed treatment course. Do not reduce the dose, skip doses or discontinue the antibiotic early unless advised by the treating veterinarian.

Key Benefits

LIXEN 600 MG provides systemic antibacterial action against susceptible organisms and is especially useful in veterinary management of bacterial skin infections and pyoderma.

The oral tablet formulation provides convenient administration, and available product information describes LIXEN tablets as palatable for dogs and cats. 

Precautions

Use only under veterinary supervision.

Do not use in animals with known hypersensitivity to Cephalexin, cephalosporins, penicillins or other beta-lactam antibiotics without veterinary assessment. Cross-sensitivity between penicillins and cephalosporins can occur. The Veterinary Medicine

Dose adjustment or additional monitoring may be necessary in animals with impaired kidney function.

Responsible antibiotic use is important to minimize the development of antimicrobial resistance.

Possible Adverse Effects

Cephalexin is generally well tolerated when appropriately prescribed. Possible adverse effects may include:

• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea or loose stools
• Reduced appetite
• Gastrointestinal discomfort
• Hypersensitivity or allergic reactions

Seek veterinary attention promptly if significant swelling, rash, breathing difficulty, persistent vomiting or another serious reaction occurs.

Storage

Store LIXEN 600 MG Tablets in their original packaging in a cool, dry place, protected from excessive heat and moisture. Follow the storage instructions printed on the current product pack.

Keep out of reach of children and animals.

Important Warning

FOR VETERINARY USE ONLY.

LIXEN 600 MG contains Cephalexin, a prescription antibacterial medicine. It should be administered only under veterinary guidance. Incorrect dosing, unnecessary antibiotic use or premature discontinuation can contribute to treatment failure and antimicrobial resistance.

Rayavets Short Description

LIXEN 600 MG Tablet by Virbac Animal Health India is a veterinary oral antibiotic containing Cephalexin 600 mg, a first-generation cephalosporin. It is used under veterinary supervision for susceptible bacterial skin infections, superficial and deep pyoderma, wounds, abscesses and urinary tract infections in dogs and cats. Cephalexin acts by interfering with bacterial cell-wall synthesis. Administer according to the veterinarian-prescribed dose, frequency and treatment duration, and complete the full prescribed antibiotic course.